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Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
•
Philips screwdriver #1
• Flat-head screwdriver
• Plastic scribe
Screw list
NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws, and
then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type is
restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Secured to Screw type Quantity Screw image
Base cover Palm-rest assembly M2x5 2
Battery Palm-rest assembly M2x3 4
Battery Palm-rest assembly M2x4 4
M.2 2230 solid-state
drive
M.2 2230 mounting
bracket
M2x2.5 1 per M.2 2230 solid-
state drive
M.2 2230 mounting
bracket
Palm-rest assembly M2x2.5 1 per M.2 2230 solid-
state drive
M.2 2280 solid-state
drive
Palm-rest assembly M2x2.5 1 per M.2 2280 solid-
state drive
M.2 2230 WWAN/solid-
state drive
Left I/O-board M2x2.5 1
Rear I/O-cover Palm-rest assembly M2x4 2
Rear I/O-cover Palm-rest assembly M2.5x5 2
Wireless-card bracket Left I/O-board M2x3 1
Display assembly Palm-rest assembly M2.5x4 8
Touchpad Palm-rest assembly M2x1.9 4
Keyboard-controller
board
Palm-rest assembly M2x1.9 2
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